Sonam Kapoor, who entered Bollywood with Saawariya, a film, which didn't exactly make waves at the BO, this zesty, perky gal has come a long way! Fresh from the success of I Hate Luv Storys with some impressive projects in her kitty, Sonam is now awaiting the release of Aisha, a film produced by her kid sister Rhea. Sonam talks about sibling revelry, her future projects, her co-stars, screen idol, favourite love stories and the pros and cons of being a star daughter.

Working with Shahid and Imran
“Shahid is wonderful; he’s very nice, very kind, sweet, gentle while Imran and I have great chemistry. Even off-screen, we share a great equation, and I think that’s translated on screen. We’re complete opposites in real life and we’re always ribbing each other, joking... I enjoy Imran’s company I don’t feel judged around him.”

Her home production Aisha
With Aisha being a family project, isn't she worried about the over-expectations from all quarters? Sonam replies in a cool-as-a-cucumber tone: "Frankly, my job as an actress is over! Now it's the producer and director's call. But, I really had a great time during the shoot and now I'm very relaxed. So, no fears!”

‘ I only compete with myself ’
Sonam’s known for her poise and down-to-earth approach. How does she handle the reports of competition between her and Deepika Padukone? "I only compete with myself! So, I don't pay heed to such reports," says she. But then, why is it that two actresses of same genre, can never be lasting friends. The lady says: “Maybe because they don't have time for each other! That's why all my friends are non-filmi people!"

Real life love stories
“Yes, I do and hope I will be part of a successful love story in real life soon. For me, love is enduring and everlasting; it makes the world go round. Romance is pretty much in our blood. I’m a true idealist, I’m a romantic, but I don’t like perfect things in my life”

Screen idol
“Sridevi, for all that she has achieved across every genre of cinema. If I become even 10 per cent of the actress she was, I will have achieved something! I think she is the only actress who has been able to get an opening for a film featuring her in the lead.”

My man
“Oh it may sound cliched to you, but what turns me on in a guy is his kindness and intelligence. He should be funny and have a respectful nature. Good looks goes without saying. But what I will judge him most on is how well he gets along with my family.”

Ideal date
“I don't like the idea of a date where you have to force yourself to have a conversation with your man; I don't like such complications. Food is the way to my heart! I love Thai, Punjabi and Japanese cuisine. So, an ideal date for me would be dinner, a film and a long drive. And girls, a little black dress, killer heels, soft looking skin and a great smell will never let you down. Just walk in confidently and steal your man.”

Being a star daughter
“I have my dad's experience behind me and because I'm a girl, there's not much comparison. I don't have to talk to people directly they go to dad. I don't have any awkward conversations about money as people have too much respect for him and he has got a good reputation. The biggest stars in our country are Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra who are not from film families and you also have Ranbir Kapoor, Salman Khan … it is all about your destiny.”

Daddy cool
“My dad is protective of Rhea and me, but I would only fall for a guy who stands up to him without disrespecting him. My dad has been immensely good with our friends. He's a sweetheart. But that doesn't mean that I want someone just like him. I don't really have a role model for the kind of guy I want.”